Willow River Rod and Gun Club
Willow River Rod and Gun Club started in the 1940s as an independent operation on 37 acres of diverse terrain two miles west of New Richmond on Highway 64. What began with Kiwanis sponsorship evolved into a community facility that treats range development as ongoing family projects—safety and access...
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Willow River Rod and Gun Club started in the 1940s as an independent operation on 37 acres of diverse terrain two miles west of New Richmond on Highway 64. What began with Kiwanis sponsorship evolved into a community facility that treats range development as ongoing family projects—safety and accessibility baked into every expansion.
| Range Type | Setup |
|---|---|
| Rifle | 25, 50, 100, 200-yard backers (south edge) |
| Trap | Two ranges with automatic throwers for league use |
| Pistol/Rimfire | Dedicated range (expanded capacity) |
| Archery | Indoor range (clubhouse), practice range, 15-target walking course |
| Patterning | 20, 30, 40, 50-yard holders between trap ranges |
The club recently added indoor bathroom facilities and an indoor archery range to the clubhouse, showing their commitment to year-round usability.
They run structured competitions including: - Archery Leagues for all skill levels - Accuracy Shooting League for rifle shooters - Trap League and High School Trap League
Beyond leagues, the club organizes turkey shoots, rifle sight-in days, bow hunter education, and rifle education programs. Public events like 3D archery shoots welcome non-members with liability waivers.
Cost: $100 annual fee (January 1–December 31) Who's covered: You plus all immediate family members, including children under 23 Gate access: $10 one-time deposit for key card Volunteer perk: Donate 10 hours to club projects and reduce next year's fee by $80
Guests are allowed (max 2 per membership) but cannot join leagues. Reoccurring guests should upgrade to membership.
Willow River maintains active partnerships with conservation and sportsmen's organizations. They contribute both volunteers and funding to county and state-wide conservation projects, including long-term participation in pheasant stocking programs. Local law enforcement and youth organizations use the facilities regularly.
After membership approval, a Membership Director schedules your range orientation. Once complete, you receive your gate key card and full facility access. Applications take about 2 weeks to process.
Contact: (715) 246-4884 or [email protected] Address: 1041 WI-64, New Richmond, WI 54017 (take exit 13, south to 178th Ave)
Fire Restrictions Active
Check current conditions before visiting. Smoking and open flames may be prohibited.
Safety Information
- •Check current conditions before visiting
- •Follow all posted safety guidelines
- •Respect other shooters and maintain safe distances
Restrictions
- •Members only (private facility)
- •Maximum 2 guests per membership
- •Guests cannot participate in league competitions
- •Gate key card required for access
- •Range orientation required before first use
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